{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Jaded Mechanic Podcast","title":"Don't Stay at a Toxic Shop! | David Peacock","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/5c2eb354\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":6603,"description":"In this episode, Jeff is joined by David Peacock, a mobile mechanic based in Calgary, Alberta. David talks about his life as a subcontractor, pointing out it's pros and it's cons. He's had plenty of run-ins with harsh Canadian winters and long commutes. They also bring up the current  tech shortage and what needs to happen to see it improve.Timestamps:00:00 Fort McMurray: Canada's Boom Town08:28 Leaving Toxic Work Environments13:57 \"Embracing Mobile Work Independence\"17:29 \"Automotive Collaboration Challenges\"25:32 Fleet Operating Costs Insights30:14 Truck Inspections and Frame Issues35:05 Dealer Warranty Issues Persist38:22 \"Commission-Based Confusion in Charges\"46:06 \"Vacation Saved, Gratitude Earned\"52:41 Oil Change Frustrations57:27 Autel Remote Shop Experience01:01:35 TPMS Tool Usage Tips01:07:15 \"Low-Maintenance Generational Drivers\"01:10:31 Miscommunication Leads to Customer Frustration01:20:38 \"Advisor Weakness in Auto Industry\"01:23:41 Understanding Oil Leak Perceptions01:27:49 \"Choosing Stability Over Ambition\"01:36:03 Experience Doesn't Guarantee Mastery01:39:20 Start Small, Build Understanding01:43:13 \"Technician Time and Process\"","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Sk2Cxg758d7EdB1ogJfG9vxVkVeo1MgDWAiF0B9gSYw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQxMjAxLzE2ODI4/OTE3NjctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}